Fishing Lake Ponemah

Genesee County, Michigan

Fish Species

Walleye

DNR Fish Stocking

Walleye: 38,418 total
DateSpeciesStrainNumberAvg Length
6/25/2025 Walleye Muskegon 18,658 2.18"
6/29/2023 Walleye Muskegon 19,760 1.77"

Source: Michigan DNR Fish Stocking Database

Ice Fishing

Lake Ponemah's relatively shallow, weedy profile suggests it freezes reliably in a typical Michigan winter, and the area has an active ice fishing community. Always check current ice thickness before heading out — Genesee County lakes can have inconsistent ice near channels and river inflows like the Shiawassee.

Fishing Tournaments & Competitions

Check for upcoming registered bass, walleye, and muskellunge tournaments on Lake Ponemah.

🏆 MI Tournament SearchDNR Fishing Tournament Information System 🎣 Tournament CalendarAmerican Fishing Contests — Lake Ponemah

Michigan Fishing Resources

🐟 Master Angler ProgramTrophy catch records & map — apply for your patch 📋 Michigan Fishing Regulations2025–2026 season dates, size & possession limits 📍 DNR Where to FishSpecies-specific locations & family fishing waters ⚠️ Eat Safe Fish GuidePFAS & contaminant advisories for Michigan waters

Frequently Asked Questions

What fish are in Lake Ponemah?

Bass are the main draw — largemouth up to 7 pounds have been reported. The lake also holds northern pike, panfish (bluegill, sunfish), and reviewers mention trout, sturgeon, and gar, though those catches are less common. The weedy, muddy bottom creates excellent bass habitat.

Data: Michigan DNR · ← Back to Lake Ponemah Guide

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